The final goal of theoretical physics is not the explanation of observed facts, but the weaving of those facts into a convincing and memorable narrative. This talk will expose some of the basic tools used: limits, mapping, and "effective theories."

Ongoing

Andrews Gallery and the Department of Art & Art History presents: Collective: the Studio Art Majors Exhibition
May 1 - 12, 2013
All are welcome to attend the reception: Fri, May 3 from 6 - 8pm at Andrews Gallery.

Through materials like diaries, letters and photos, Blockades, Books, and Bassinets illustrates the lives of children of various ages, stages, and locations during this period. These are the stories of Charley, Willie, Nell, Lizzie, and many others.

Over the years some College artifacts, library possessions and personal items that had been lost have been returned to the College. Many lost treasures now make their home in Swem Library's Special Collections. A new exhibit displays some of these items.

This exhibit explores the federal occupation of the Historic Triangle during the Civil War and its impact on area residents. Letters, newspaper articles and other items reveal a unified hope for the war to end, but with varied desired outcomes.

Integration at William & Mary was not achieved simply with the acceptance of the first students of color; instead it has been a decades-long process. A new exhibit at Swem Library traces the admission of some of the first W&M African American students.

Visit Swem Library for exhibits from the "From Fights To Rights" project commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement. Exhibits rotate at least twice each year.